By: Patience Ikuomola
President Bola Tinubu has launched a military welfare fund, committing all his salaries since assuming office as seed capital for the initiative. He unveiled the fund on his 74th birthday, describing it as a support system for wounded soldiers and the families of fallen troops.
He directed the Accountant-General of the Federation, Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, to open a dedicated account for the fund to ensure its proper administration.
The President explained that the scheme would provide direct financial assistance to military personnel injured in the line of duty, as well as widows, widowers and children of those who lost their lives while serving the country.
He added that the fund was designed to complement existing insurance and welfare arrangements within the armed forces.
In a post on his official X account, Mr Tinubu called on state governors, members of the National Assembly, the private sector and other well-meaning Nigerians to contribute.
He stressed that the initiative should not be viewed as charity, but as a shared national obligation to those safeguarding the country’s peace and security.
He also assured that details of the special account would be made public in due course, pledging transparency and accountability in the management of the fund.
Emphasising the sacrifices of the armed forces, the President declared: “This is not charity. It is duty. And we will fulfill it.”
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